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Ancient Kazakh History Tour: Exploring the Castle of Nomads & Besshatyr Burial Mounds
Almaty Region
Step back in time on an Ancient Kazakh History Tour, exploring the Castle of Nomads and Besshatyr Burial Mounds. Immerse yourself in the nomadic and medieval atmosphere of ancient Kazakh people.
Duration:
14 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Almaty Region - Castle of nomads was built as a decoration for the film “Nomad”, which was released in 2005. Now this city is often called the “Nomad Fortress”, and thousands of tourists flock to this tourist site every year. It is located on the banks of the Ili River, just 30 km from Kapchagai.
- Altyn-Emel National Park - Besshatyr is located 195km to the north from Almaty. Translated as “five hills” from Kazakh, it looks like ancient necropolis and remains the main ethnographic and archaeological site of Altyn Emel National Park.
What's Included
- English speaking guide
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Additional Information
Immerse yourself in the unique historical journey that vividly brings to life the authentic Nomadic and medieval vibes of the old Kazakh civilizations. Besshatyr, standing 195km north of Almaty, can be translated as the ‘five hills’ from Kazak and appears to be an ancient necropolis, marking its importance as the major ethnographic and archaeological hub in Altyn Emel National Park. Situated on the vast valley of the northern bank of the Ili river, Bes Shatyr was considered a holy place by the ancient inhabitants and selected as a burial site by Saki (Scythe) tribes, showing its utilization for centuries by differing nomadic generations.
Location
Almaty Region
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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